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Four Lake Land College Faculty Members Awarded Tenure

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Lake Land College Board of Trustees Meeting | October 13, 2025

Article Summary: The Lake Land College Board of Trustees on Monday, October 13, 2025, granted tenure to four full-time faculty members, recognizing their professional service and commitment to the college. The new tenure statuses will become effective at the start of the Spring 2026 semester.

Tenured Faculty Key Points:

  • Joseph Hoenes: HVAC Instructor

  • Lacy Huddleston: Dental Hygiene Instructor

  • Kara Molzen: Dental Hygiene Instructor

  • Kellie Niemerg: Academic Counselor

MATTOON, IL – The Lake Land College Board of Trustees officially granted tenure to four full-time faculty members during its regular meeting on Monday, October 13, 2025. The decision, which followed a discussion in a closed session, marks a significant career milestone for the educators.

Tenure was awarded effective at the beginning of the Spring 2026 semester to the following faculty members:

  • Mr. Joseph Hoenes, HVAC Instructor

  • Ms. Lacy Huddleston, Dental Hygiene Instructor

  • Ms. Kara Molzen, Dental Hygiene Instructor

  • Ms. Kellie Niemerg, Academic Counselor

The board’s approval was unanimous. The granting of tenure follows a multi-year probationary period during which faculty members are evaluated on their teaching effectiveness, professional development, and service to the college community.

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